The mystery of the MXT-400 that can ....

[H8SPVMT]

I was reading through a Operations Manual for the Midland MXT-400 that I saved on my cell phone.  I carry it to ensure that IF I have a question out on a trail, I can usually find the answer in the manual on the phone.

I don't get to use it much anymore and have been actually thinking of deleting it from my Files on the phone as I have had my radio since 2019 and feel pretty acclimated when I need to change a function on the radio.

On the forum here, I had read that one thing the MXT-400 sufferred from is the ability receiving wide band transmissions well.  I found that I just needed to turn the speaker volume up a little and that helped so I have been pretty happy with my rig in the Jeep all this time.  And everyone I have communicated with, hears me well.

Lo & behold, I looking thru that manual today and see "I CAN Change the bandwith afterall!"  How could I have missed that little detail all this long? Had that dang thing for six years and just never knew that!

So I get to making a comparison of the operational manuals and "DANG," nothing is different except the ole paper manual does not state anywhere in it that I can change the band width.  So I called Midland and got ahold of service rep whom at first agreed that it was possible after all so I gave  the rep my serial number and hoped that could help me learn the proceedure for future use.  Long story short......

My radio was made before the change in 2021 and I had gotten ahold of a newer operations manual to put on the phone...

"Happy Aprils Fool on me! "

I'll keep the radio as it really works just fine for my needs, and thought ya'll might want to know that if ya have a MXT-400 made in 2021 or later, you do have that ability to swap from narrow or wide band. Don't let the bastards wear ya down about, "Midland is Crappy stuff." 

 

[nokones]

17 minutes ago, H8SPVMT said:

I was reading through a Operations Manual for the Midland MXT-400 that I saved on my cell phone.  I carry it to ensure that IF I have a question out on a trail, I can usually find the answer in the manual on the phone.

I don't get to use it much anymore and have been actually thinking of deleting it from my Files on the phone as I have had my radio since 2019 and feel pretty acclimated when I need to change a function on the radio.

On the forum here, I had read that one thing the MXT-400 sufferred from is the ability receiving wide band transmissions well.  I found that I just needed to turn the speaker volume up a little and that helped so I have been pretty happy with my rig in the Jeep all this time.  And everyone I have communicated with, hears me well.

Lo & behold, I looking thru that manual today and see "I CAN Change the bandwith afterall!"  How could I have missed that little detail all this long? Had that dang thing for six years and just never knew that!

So I get to making a comparison of the operational manuals and "DANG," nothing is different except the ole paper manual does not state anywhere in it that I can change the band width.  So I called Midland and got ahold of service rep whom at first agreed that it was possible after all so I gave  the rep my serial number and hoped that could help me learn the proceedure for future use.  Long story short......

My radio was made before the change in 2021 and I had gotten ahold of a newer operations manual to put on the phone...

"Happy Aprils Fool on me! "

I'll keep the radio as it really works just fine for my needs, and thought ya'll might want to know that if ya have a MXT-400 made in 2021 or later, you do have that ability to swap from narrow or wide band. Don't let the bastards wear ya down about, "Midland is Crappy stuff." 

 

Just so you know, there is a CPS version for the MXT-400 that is compatible for Windows 10, but not Windows 11.

[Socalgmrs]

34 minutes ago, H8SPVMT said:

"Midland is Crappy stuff.

Just another example.  For the money paid you could have gotten 3-4 better radios and had wide band all along.  

[SteveShannon]

58 minutes ago, H8SPVMT said:

Don't let the bastards wear ya down about, "Midland is Crappy stuff." 

 

23 minutes ago, Socalgmrs said:

“Midland is Crappy stuff.

By misquoting @H8SPVMT you very obviously define yourself. 

[H8SPVMT]

On 4/1/2025 at 11:06 PM, nokones said:

Just so you know, there is a CPS version for the MXT-400 that is compatible for Windows 10, but not Windows 11.

I remember reading about that a couple years ago but didn't fully understand the "WHY" in using the program.  Having to change information for repeaters on the same frequency might be helpful now that I keep a written list of repeaters for my routine travels. 

Thanks for the reminder, I'll have to look into that.

[nokones]

8 hours ago, Socalgmrs said:

Just another example.  For the money paid you could have gotten 3-4 better radios and had wide band all along.  

You're not getting it right, get it right. You're just discrediting yourself and demonstrating that you are a perfect example of a certified genuine "Sad Ham".

[tweiss3]

1 minute ago, nokones said:

You're not getting it right, get it right. You're just discrediting yourself and demonstrating that you are a perfect example of a certified genuine "Sad Ham".

Don't poke the troll, best to ignore him.

[OffRoaderX]

4 hours ago, tweiss3 said:

Don't poke the troll, best to ignore him.

its fun and entertaining at first, then it just gets old.. I've found it more productive to add him to my block list.

[HHD1]

2 hours ago, OffRoaderX said:

its fun and entertaining at first, then it just gets old.. I've found it more productive to add him to my block list.

I tried giving him the benefit of a doubt. But it seems that he's really only here to troll.  You guys were right.  But I had to try.  I gave him chances to start a friendship.  He obviously doesn't need anymore.  All full.  Good for him.  Must be nice being so much more advanced than the rest of us worthless peons. 

I'm sorry Randy.  I take back what I wrote to you about possibly letting SoCal have one of your giveaways.  He would probably call whatever you gave him, a piece of garbage anyway.  I will continue to feel bad for him. But, I think you're right.  Time to add him to the block list.  

Any may I suggest that the Admins of this site add a pinned post for all the new people joining, warning them of this user.  Because,  they will be the only ones left to see anything he posts.

All the best SoCal.  Have a nice life.  Over and Out.  *BEEP*

[H8SPVMT]

On 4/1/2025 at 11:06 PM, nokones said:

Just so you know, there is a CPS version for the MXT-400 that is compatible for Windows 10, but not Windows 11.

Investigated this situation somewhat and think they did away with the programing software for my year (sn# 19.........) radio. It apears they have discontinued the MXT400 altogether. May still be possible for the radios after 2021 manufacture.  

If I find it necessary to increase the memory in the future I'll just purchase a newer model/brand.  After 7 yrs., I am just about in need for another Mic and cord also....